Sentiment and observation Art in Ticino 1850–1950. The MASI Collections The collections of MASI reflect the very special history of visual art in Ticino. Find out more about: + Sentiment and observation Art in Ticino 1850–1950. The MASI Collections
Self-Portraits from the collection 1928–2021 The exhibition explores the theme of self-portraiture through a selection of more than twenty works by contemporary artists of international renown from the MASI collection. Find out more about: + Self-Portraits from the collection 1928–2021
LAC | Season 2026 The cultural centre LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura offers a rich program that blends traditional and contemporary theatre, featuring renowned performers alongside emerging talents. Find out more about: + LAC | Season 2026
Make Your Move Urban Festival The Make Your Move Urban Festival is a meeting point and cultural melting pot where hip hop comes to life and is renewed. Find out more about: + Make Your Move Urban Festival
OSI al LAC On 2 October 2025 the Orchestra della Svizzera italiana, LAC's resident orchestra, opens the season OSI al LAC 2025/26. Find out more about: + OSI al LAC
Fresh Festival 2026 Fresh Festival brings a week of music, art, and independent cinema to Studio Foce in Lugano and other locations across the city, offering a space for expression to emerging and established artists Find out more about: + Fresh Festival 2026
K-NOW! Korean Video Art Today The exhibition investigates South Korea’s contemporary art scene through the medium of video art. Find out more about: + K-NOW! Korean Video Art Today
K-NOW! Korean Video Art Today Die Ausstellung erkundet die zeitgenössische Kunstszene Südkoreas durch das Medium der Videokunst. Find out more about: + K-NOW! Korean Video Art Today
Kandinsky, Jawlensky, Werefkin und die Meister des Expressionismus Anlässlich ihres zehnjährigen Jubiläums eröffnet die Fondazione Gabriele e Anna Braglia eine Ausstellung, die den Werken ihrer Sammlung des deutschen Expressionismus gewidmet ist und dem Publikum Find out more about: + Kandinsky, Jawlensky, Werefkin und die Meister des Expressionismus
Jean-Frédéric Schnyder. Painting 2024/25 This exhibition presents the work of an artist with a consistent, highly independent approach who has brought a breath of fresh air to contemporary painting: Jean-Frédéric Schnyder (Basel, 1945). Find out more about: + Jean-Frédéric Schnyder. Painting 2024/25
Vinissima 2026 Das grosse Wein-Event im Tessin, organisiert von Tamborini. Find out more about: + Vinissima 2026
Rassegna Raclette Selection of good music chosen and curated by the Foce. Find out more about: + Rassegna Raclette
Easter in the City During the Easter period, the city center, its streets, and squares will be enlivened by a program of entertainment and activities. Find out more about: + Easter in the City
Lugano Cheese Festival Cheese makers from all over Switzerland gather in Lugano to present their cheeses. Find out more about: + Lugano Cheese Festival
Ladies Run Ticino On Saturday, May 9, 2026, starting at 3:00 PM, the new edition of Ladies Run Ticino will take place in Piazza Manzoni, Lugano. Find out more about: + Ladies Run Ticino
Lugano Elegance 2026 Saturday, May 23rd, Piazza della Riforma becomes a stage for history. Find out more about: + Lugano Elegance 2026
Festival Poestate 2026 Poestate Lugano Festival, a poetry festival offering a wide range of literary events with multidisciplinary activities, from classical to avant-garde, from emerging talents to great poets, with Find out more about: + Festival Poestate 2026
Lugano LongLake Festival Now in its sixteenth edition, the Lugano LongLake Festival is one of Switzerland's largest urban open-air festivals. Find out more about: + Lugano LongLake Festival
30th Ticino Musica Festival Opera – Symphony orchestra – Chamber music – Solo recitals with famous artists and promising young talents. Find out more about: + 30th Ticino Musica Festival
National Day The celebration of National Day is a heartfelt tradition for the people of Lugano. It represents a time of unity and collective reflection. Find out more about: + National Day
Umberto Boccioni MASI continues its series of exhibitions devoted to its collections and the art history of Ticino, with a focus on Umberto Boccioni (1882–1916). Find out more about: + Umberto Boccioni
Streetfood Festival Lugano – A World of Flavours in Ticino From 4 to 6 September 2026, Campo Marzio in Lugano will turn into a vibrant meeting place for food lovers, culture enthusiasts and families. Find out more about: + Streetfood Festival Lugano – A World of Flavours in Ticino
StraLugano 20th edition This year, StraLugano celebrates an important milestone: 20 years of passion, sport and excitement. To mark the occasion, it will host the Swiss Half Marathon Championships. Find out more about: + StraLugano 20th edition
Autumn Festival Lugano welcomes the magical atmosphere of autumn with its traditional event that will enliven the city center for three days of celebration. Find out more about: + Autumn Festival
Lugano Cheese Festival On October 3 and 4, there will be a variety of Swiss cheese specialties to discover in Lugano! Find out more about: + Lugano Cheese Festival
Lugano Classic 2026 The event celebrates the style, passion, and beauty of art in motion, transforming the city center into an elegant open-air salon where classic cars take center stage. Find out more about: + Lugano Classic 2026
Christmas is in the air – Lugano City Tour (Free) A city that transforms itself and provides unforgettable experiences… Find out more about: + Christmas is in the air – Lugano City Tour (Free)